In this episode, we look into the career of American trailblazer, Simone Manuel.Simone is an American competitive swimmer who has achieved great success in the sport. She's known for winning multiple Olympic medals, including gold medals in the 100-meter freestyle and the 4x100-meter medley relay at the 2016 Rio Olympics. She's also broken several records throughout her career. Manuel has continued to excel in the sport, breaking records and inspiring many with her achievements.We will share three lessons from her career journey:1. Progress takes time: A lot of young athletes want a fast-track process. Forgetting that progress doesn't happen overnight; it takes time. You must have a plan of action, put in the work, and give it time. 2. Plan for rest and recovery: Rest and recovery are vital components of any athlete's training regimen. A well-structured plan for rest and recovery is essential for optimizing performance. This plan should include scheduled rest days, and active recovery activities which facilitate the efficiency of your performance 3. It is important to have role models: Role models serve as sources of inspiration, motivation, and guidance to you as a young athlete. This will help you navigate challenges, offering wisdom and support gained from their own experiences while you're striving to achieve your goals in sports.If you found this episode helpful, share it with a fellow athlete to help them on their quest to achieve their sports goals. Want me to answer your questions here on the show, send an email to [email protected] If you found anything useful on the podcast, please leave a RATING AND REVIEW so other young athletes like yourself can find and benefit from the podcast. To learn how to SUBSCRIBE AND LEAVE A RATING on the show, head to www.athletemaestro.com/subscribe. For more on Athlete Maestro visit athletemaestro.com Find me on social media Instagram - @tolaogunlewe Twitter - @tolaogunlewesportsperformance, sportsmindset, studentathlete, collegeathlete, eliteathlete